Bhopa - Fatehgarh, Jaisalmer
Bhopa is a village situated in the Fatehgarh tehsil of Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Fatehgarh and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Jaisalmer. Chhodiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhopa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhopa is 086516. The village covers a total geographical area of 1843 hectares and falls under the 345001 pincode. Jaisalmer is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Bhopa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaisalmer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Barmer Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhopa
According to the 2011 Census, Bhopa village had a total population of 693 people, including 383 males and 310 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.13%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 38.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 383 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 145 | 79 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 240 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 358 | 143 | 215 |
Nearby Villages of Bhopa
Bhopa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhopa
Public transport in the Bhopa is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaisalmer to Bhopa is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhopa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhopa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bhopa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhopa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bhopa
Where is Bhopa located?
Bhopa village is located in Fatehgarh Tehsil, Jaisalmer district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhopa?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhopa is Chhodiya.
What is the pincode of Bhopa?
The pincode of Bhopa is 345001.
What is the population of Bhopa?
Bhopa had a total population of 693, including 383 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Bhopa?
Bhopa had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhopa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhopa was 61.13%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 38.93%.